Description

9-Anthracenecarbonyl Chloride is a versatile and highly reactive anthracene derivative, serving as a crucial building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to efficiently introduce the anthracene moiety into target molecules, enabling the creation of complex structures with tailored photophysical properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science sectors, particularly for developing fluorescent probes, organic semiconductors, and photoactive compounds.

Application

• Fluorescent Dye and Probe Synthesis: A key precursor for creating anthracene-based fluorescent labels, sensors, and bioimaging agents.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Used in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), and photovoltaic materials.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a building block in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Polymer Functionalization: Employed to attach anthracene chromophores to polymer backbones for specialty polymeric materials.
• Photoinitiators and Photoresists: Utilized in the formulation of advanced photo-curable resins and imaging materials.
• Research & Development: A fundamental reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reactions and molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	9-Anthracenecarbonyl Chloride
CAS No.	16331-52-5
Molecular Formula	C15H9ClO
Molecular Weight	240.68 g/mol
Synonyms	9-Anthroyl Chloride; Anthracene-9-carbonyl Chloride; 9-Carboxyanthracene Chloride; 9-Anthracenecarboxylic Acid Chloride; 9-Anthroic Acid Chloride; 9-Anthryl Carbonyl Chloride; 9-Anthracenoyl Chloride
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Quality Control

Our 9-Anthracenecarbonyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic and acid chloride nature, it should be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent decomposition. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	142 - 147 °C

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.